Advocacy focus: Key dates in September

These key dates, events, and initiatives in September serve as guideposts for advocacy efforts and should be considered when planning activities, communications, and strategic messaging.

Commemorative dates

• September 1 – Knowledge Day in Ukraine
• September 2 – 30th anniversary of the introduction of Ukraine’s national currency
• September 2 – End of World War II
• September 5 – International Day of Charity
• September 7 – Day of Military Intelligence of Ukraine
• September 12 – Ukrainian Cinema Day
• September 17 – Rescuer’s Day in Ukraine
• September 19 – 50th birthday of pianist and music educator Oleksandr Horovits
• September 20 – World Father’s Day
• September 21 – International Day of Peace
• September 22 – Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Fascism
• September 29 – 160th birthday of historian and statesman Mykhailo Hrushevskyi (1866–1934)

Events

• September 1-3 – In Johannesburg, South Africa, The Forest will be performed as part of the Cradle of Creativity festival. The interactive dance production, inspired by Lesya Ukrainka’s The Forest Song, combines Ukrainian folklore, contemporary dance, and South African rhythms.
• September 12-16 – The 9th Ukraine Action Summit will take place in Washington, D.C., one of the largest gatherings of Ukraine supporters in the United States. The program includes a conference, expo, and advocacy activities on Capitol Hill.
• September 8-22 – The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly will take place in New York City, U.S. The session will open on September 8, while the high-level General Debate will begin on September 22.
• September 18 — Voices for Ukraine: Symposium & Concert will take place in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. The event is organized by First Aid of the Soul with the participation of the Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute and will feature discussions on Ukraine.